Epic Europe

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Uncover the fairytale cities and incredible architecture of Central Europe

Europe is awe-inspiring. No other continent in the world manages to contain so much history, natural beauty, culinary prowess and cultural diversity. From the grand boulevards of Paris, to the sun-drenched historical riches of Rome, the fairy-tale gothic of Prague, the bohemian street culture of Berlin and the laid back canals of Amsterdam, Europe has it all. Tick off 11 countries on this incredible group trip. What are you waiting for?

Highlights include

Accommodation

Driving tour of Berlin

Gondola ride in Venice

Leaning Tower of Pisa visit

Walking tour of Rome

Puja coastal getaway

Walking tour of Prague

Lake Bled visit

Itinerary

Days 1 - 2: Paris, France

From London we travel to Paris. The Louvre, Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees - you could spend a lifetime exploring the 'City of Love'. Make a solid dent in your bucket list starting with a driving tour.

Days 3 - 4: Swiss Alps

Yodel-ay-ee-ooo - Switzerland is calling! Stay in the quaint village of Engelberg in the heart of the Alps. Take the cable car for spectacular views and hunt down the world's best hot chocolate!

Days 5 - 6: French Riviera & Monaco

Trade in your kirsch for pastis on the sun-soaked Cote-D'Azur. Top up the tan, do some celeb spotting, hit Nice's boutiques and take a tour of Monaco.

Days 7 - 8: Florence, Italy

La bella Italia beckons today, starting with Pisa. Get that killer pic of the leaning tower before we hit the rolling hills of Tuscany to stay in romantic Florence.

Days 9 - 11: Rome

Tour the enchanting heart of Florence before heading to Rome. It's a city with two and a half millennia under its belt - the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Vatican - how much can you pack in?

Take a ride through Venice's iconic canals

Days 12 - 13: Venice

Onwards to the Floating City of Venice for gondola rides, a walking tour and some sensational gelato.

See Pula's incredibly well preserved Roman amphitheater

Day 14: Pula, Croatia

Dubrovnik is sooo last year. Pula is an authentic seaside city with a majestic Roman amphitheatre, a laid-back Old Quarter and secluded beaches scented with pine - enjoy.

Day 15: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Leafy Ljubljana (lyoob-lya-nah) with its riverside cafes and beautiful bridges is an underrated gem. Rent a bike to explore the car-free centre, sip Slovenian wine or take an optional food tour.

Day 16: Lake Bled & Salzburg, Austria

There's more to Salzburg than Mozart and the Sound of Music. Explore the fairy-tale Old Town and grab a stein in Austria's largest beer hall. Stop at Insta-worthy Lake Bled en route.

Days 17 - 18: Prague, Czech Republic

Visit Mauthausen former concentration camp in Salzburg before heading to picturesque Prague. Tour the cobbled lanes and gothic architecture before enjoying some seriously good beer.

Days 19 - 20: Dresden and Berlin, Germany

A creative hub, party paradise and historical heavyweight, Berlin is legend. Hang with the hipsters, visit the Wall, Reichstag and Checkpoint Charlie. Stop at elegant Dresden on the way.

Days 21 - 22: Amsterdam, Netherlands

There's nowhere quite like the 'Dam. Wander the canal-crossed centre, rent a bike, visit the Rijksmuseum and buy some clogs - proost!

Watch the sunset over the alps in Switzerland

Day 23: Amsterdam to London

All good things come to an end. Travel back to London and start planning your next adventure!

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Accommodation & Meals

Accommodation

This trip includes 22 nights’ accommodation in a carefully selected mix of upgraded hotels. You can expect comfort, privacy and a healthy dollop of style. All hotels are minimum 3* and all rooms are twin or double share with en-suite facilities. If you would prefer a private room, please contact us for prices.

Meals

We’ll provide you with 22 breakfasts and 8 dinners on this tour. You’ll have the freedom to eat wherever you like for the rest of the time. It’s a great opportunity to sample the amazing and varied cuisine across the continent – pizza, pasta, moules-frites – here we come! Let us know beforehand if you have any dietary requirements.

Dates & Prices

Flights

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Extra information

Your amazing European adventure kicks off at 6am in London on day 1. The trip ends back in London at around 9pm on day 23. Due to the early start and late finish of this trip we recommend you spend the night before and the night after your trip in London. Please contact us if you need help arranging extra accommodation.